Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Periodontics
The ins and outs of teeth whitening
Dr. Alvin Danenberg is often asked by his blog subscribers about the benefits and drawbacks of teeth whitening. He breaks down how whitening works, in-office and at-home options, and the disadvantages of teeth whitening.
November 8, 2022
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Periodontics
Something to gnaw on: Bruxism causes and solutions
We all clench or grind our teeth at times. We may do it when we're sleeping, or we may do it when we are awake. However, continuous bruxism should not go unchecked. Dr. Alvin Danenberg explores the causes and solutions for bruxism.
September 7, 2022
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Periodontics
Bleeding gums? Consider hydrogen-rich water
Bleeding gums may be typical, but they're not normal. In this column, Dr. Alvin Danenberg explores how the overproduction of free radicals in gum cells serves as a catalyst for active periodontal disease and why drinking hydrogen-rich water may improve gum health.
July 6, 2022
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Gut
Why our ancestors had healthy mouths without flossing
Our primal ancestors never brushed their teeth with commercial toothpaste or flossed with string. But they also generally had healthy mouths. Dr. Alvin Danenberg explores the science to help explain why both of these statements can be true.
April 27, 2022
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Endodontics
My jaw pain is killing me: 10 causes and treatments
Jonathan showed up in Dr. Alvin Danenberg's office complaining of severe pain in his tooth, jaw muscles, and jaw joint. At first Danenberg suspected a failing root canal, but further investigation revealed something more. He explains common causes of jaw pain and how he cured Jonathan's.
February 22, 2022
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Immune System
Periodontal disease and COVID-19: Is there a correlation?
Periodontal disease has recently been identified as a potential risk factor for COVID-19. In this column, Dr. Alvin Danenberg further breaks down the connection between the inflammatory and infectious nature of periodontitis and SARS-CoV-2 infection.
February 9, 2022
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Gut
Leaky gut, leaky mouth must both be treated
A "leaky gut" and a "leaky mouth" are like leaky plumbing pipes, writes Dr. Alvin Danenberg. Just like pipes, a leaky gut or mouth can infiltrate the immediate area as well as distant places. And if multiple pipes are leaking, then you need to fix all of them.
January 24, 2022
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Immune System
My mouth is healthy except ...
Dr. Alvin Danenberg has a robust immune system, regimented dental hygiene program, and enough periodontal expertise to fill a library. So why did he develop root caries? Danenberg explores this question and details his experiment to remineralize the active decay instead of filling it.
November 17, 2021
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Gut
9 questions and 2 solutions for sensitive, sore gums
A new patient visited a well-trained biological dentist who struggled to identify the cause of her sensitive, inflamed, and sore gums. Dr. Alvin Danenberg shares the nine questions and two solutions that helped the dentist identify -- and treat -- the patient's problem.
September 20, 2021
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Periodontics
It ain't just sugar: 9 oral benefits of honey
Dr. Alvin Danenberg thought his dental colleagues were going to laugh him out of the profession when he suggested that raw honey could be used to brush teeth. Well, the research is clear: Honey ain't just sugar. Danenberg details the science behind the oral and overall health benefits of honey.
August 23, 2021
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Vyne Dental, a revenue cycle management service provider for dentists, and Henry Schein subsidiary Henry Schein One have sued each other.
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Thought dentists value substance use screening, only a third do it, says a study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health.
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Tips on how to manage high-caries-risk patients
By Dr. Alexis Lee
High-caries-risk dental patients benefit from certain prevention strategies and specific restorative materials, writes Dr. Alexis Lee.
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Look at your neighbor, he probably skipped the dentist
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Generations -- especially Generation Z -- are skipping the dentist for different reasons, and that’s putting them at risk for serious complications later.
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Oral surgeon faces suit, discipline over patient death
By Melissa Busch
An oral surgeon faces a wrongful death lawsuit and possible disciplinary action for the 2023 death of a 48-year-old patient.
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These iron supplements may discolor teeth the least
By Ava Barros
Iron supplements may lead to tooth discoloration, and some may be worse than others, according to a study published in BMC Oral Health.
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Why one DSO incorporated virtual-first emergency dental care
By Eden Ivie
Virtual-first dental care platforms may be the solution your practice needs to eliminate burnout and improve staff retention rates, writes Eden Ivie, RDH.
October 6, 2025
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Do’s and don’ts for connecting with patients
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Successful dental practices not only treat patients, they engage with them. Dr. Roger P. Levin outlines a communications plan to drive growth.
October 6, 2025
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